Merck KGaA reported earnings results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. For the first quarter, the company reported sales was EUR 5,120 million compared to EUR 5,293 million a year ago. Net income was EUR 694 million compared to EUR 796 million a year ago.

Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was EUR 1.6 compared to EUR 1.83 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was EUR 1.6 compared to EUR 1.83 a year ago.